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Will Pedro Acosta be a Ducati MotoGP rider in 2027? Davide Tardozzi responds
Ducati’s Davide Tardozzi addressed reports of Pedro Acosta joining the MotoGP team in 2027, emphasizing that the focus now is on finalizing Marc Marquez’s new contract. The ongoing rider market frenzy has Ducati reportedly extending Marquez’s contract for another two years, though no official announcement has been made. Tardozzi mentioned that there are still some minor details to sort out regarding Marquez’s contract during the Sepang test. Despite rumors about Marquez’s contract length discussions, Ducati and Marquez both express the desire to continue their partnership. The uncertainty doesn’t involve Pecco Bagnaia, who seems likely to part ways with Ducati, potentially joining Yamaha or Aprilia. Tardozzi stated that no talks with other riders will commence until Marquez’s contract extension is secured, underscoring Bagnaia’s significance to the team. Ultimately, the priority remains finalizing the deal with Marquez before delving into discussions with other riders.
